505 10 8302 https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991023_34200ce808.jpg 08df5f9b8f8031b6630adb7cf14516d0 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 768 Width 371 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 134" x 42" Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.023 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1989 March, 22 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Facts: -it's 16 feet high -it's a common sight to a Michigan artist; native species in his environment especially birds Molly Barth copy: The next piece is the plaster model for the Flying Gulls Fountain located in Grand Haven, Michigan. The figures are cast in aluminum which is lighter than bronze. The water comes up through the pedestal and flows down. It really is magnificent! It's beautiful! [work] As I mentioned, Fredericks is an engineer to design this so that both birds are in flight and held in place by that one wing tip. They are only suspended by that one wing tip. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Flying Gulls [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Animal sculpture--20th century Description An account of the resource Flying Gulls, 1968 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.023 This delicately balanced sculpture is evidence of Fredericks' expertise in design and structural engineering. The openness and verticality of the composition are very dramatic. The large gulls appear weightless, held in place only by a wing tip, giving the illusion of flight and movement. The elegance of the composition is reinforced by the smooth surfaces of the gulls bodies and wings with only a slight suggestion of feathers and other details. To complete this airy construction, Fredericks utilized lightweight aluminum to cast the gulls for a fountain at the Civic Center and Loutit District Library Plaza in Grand Haven, Michigan. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350939454/in/set-72157628015891879">Flying Gulls Grand Haven, MI</a> Animal Animal Sculpture Flying Gulls Fountain Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991024_543e848f0a.jpg 5f9a081d9e09fa67aebda44401ee6800 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3450 Width 990 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.024 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, The Good Influence [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource The Good Influence, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks (1976) 1991.024 The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model Saints and Sinners The Good Influence https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991025_d945e4eaf4.jpg e3b73b86b89c0093d0ff430c26265ca8 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3234 Width 732 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.025 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, Pious Monk / Saint of the Church [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource Pious Monk/Saint of the Church, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) 1976 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.025 The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model Saints and Sinners https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991026_9b724fcd16.jpg 436c46b5277e9a36bbe7d60419b63438 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3372 Width 702 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.026 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, Eve Knowledge of Good and Evil [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource Eve/Knowledge of Good and Evil, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) 1976 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.026 The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Eve Knowledge of Good and Evil Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991027_8876919145.jpg c04b4b8c66803ae806a1edcb8b64b8d6 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3426 Width 870 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.027 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, Mother and Child [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals Holy Mother and Child, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) 1976 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.027 In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Holy Mother and Child Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model Saints and Sinners https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991028_50aff3f68f.jpg 489c22a9f6915af4d04e2b9be9cebbe4 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3348 Width 780 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.028 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, Temptation [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource Temptation, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) 1976 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.028 The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Type The nature or genre of the resource Sculpture Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Figure Figure sculpture Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model Saints and Sinners Temptation https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991029_99e2ca738a.jpg 6cb8538d9c8824821f473f3e7e6f7e3e Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3504 Width 984 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.029 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, Warrior Saint [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource Warrior Saint, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) 1976 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.029 The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Type The nature or genre of the resource Sculpture Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Figure Figure sculpture Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model Saints and Sinners Warrior Saint https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991030_a56120aecc.jpg c0121f378bc23fd894e963ee1343b7d7 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 3504 Width 1068 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 120" h Materials Plaster full-scale Catalog Number 1991.030 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1987 July, 1 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Thematic tour copy: Originally created in the late 1930s in a 3 ½ ft. high size (The small scale bronzes are in a case by Friendly Frog.) Even though there are seven separate sculptures, this is considered one whole piece. The title contains the number 7 and parodies the 7 Deadly Sins, a well known Christian theme. The figures are abstract as they are elongated and reflect a Gothic style. In 1976 they were enlarged to their present size and cast to be placed at Dow Gardens in Midland. Another full scale set can be found at Oakland University in front of the Kresge Library. Smaller size bronzes can be found at Northwood University (not on display) and the Dow Home and Studio both in Midland. Symbols: It's to be noted that both men and women appear as saints and sinners in this suite of sculptures. Sinning is just not attributed to any particular gender. The titles are as follows: The Evil Influence (Devil), Temptation, Warrior Saint, Mother and Child, Eve/ Knowledge of Good and Evil, Pious Monk Saint of the Church, and the Good Influence. Ask your tour visitors how you can tell which are the saints or sinners. The answer is that saints have halo or nimbus. A halo indicates a divine person. It is like radiating light coming from the person similar to an aura. It appears circular in form for Mary, angels, and saints. Early forms of halos appear as a solid flat plate. During the Renaissance artists began to render them as a ring in form. Buddhists and Hindu believe that a halo has supernatural power inherent in all people and things The Evil Influence This figure is easily recognized as Satan or the Devil. The devil is a fallen angel that promotes evil. He has demonic features as in our sculpture. He is normally depicted with a tail, claws, horns, and cloven hoof (Paganism attributes). The image is derived from Classical mythology-Satyr. Horns: connected with Paganism and an attribute for the Devil. Beard: masculine, demonic also male maturity, divinity, and kingship Globe: suggestive of earth Fire: suggestive of Hell where it's claimed to be fire Demonic features: suggestive of evil-pointed eyebrows, spooky eyes, beard, Tail: Pagan attribute, suggestive of animal or Satyr. No Halo: Not divine- a sinner The only male figure of this suite that appears nude. Temptation (Sinner with Serpent) This figure seems to suggest innocence by her demeanor. She is nude as well. No Halo: not divine-a sinner Hand to Mouth: Contemplation or innocence Snake: Serpent, a symbol of evil and biblical synonym for Satan. In Native American Culture it is a good sign for crop fertility and rain. The snake is also a symbol of prudence, and is connected with Aesclepius, Greek god of Medicine. It suggests rebirth and healing because it sheds its skin. It is an Ancient Egyptian symbol of eternity. In African belief it's connected with river deities because it's a water friendly animal and is related to female divination. Hindu people worship the snake for fertility and sexual energy. In China the snake has phallic connections, cleverness, and treachery. The Inca believe the snake is a representation of power. Greco-Roman believe the snake embodies the spirits of the dead. It's the 6th sign of the Chinese zodiac. (From a TV show on History channel April 2010) The Sumerian creation story says the world was created in 7 days by Tiamot a snake goddess. Snake worship relates to Sumerian culture. A snake refers to gods of older religions transformed or the conquest of old gods.. Warrior Saint Halo: Saint-divine power Armor: Europe culture it symbolizes strength, courage, honor, protection, and righteousness. In China and Japan it's a symbol of warrior classes. Beard: divinity, male maturity, and kingship also masculine and demonic Hand to beard: contemplating, thinking Globe: suggestive of earth Mother and Child Halo: Saints- two of them, divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Mother with Child: suggestive of the Virgin Mary and Christ; maternal divinity Eve In Christianity, Eve is associated with shame, lust, and corruption. She was created from Adams rib. The name Eve means mother of all living things. Eve is nude. No halo: not divine-a sinner Globe: suggestive of earth Braided hair: hair of the courtesan or personification or profane love is braided. Apple: temptation; a Pagan emblem of immorality; symbol of the fall of man; forbidden wisdom; associated with Eve who made Adam eat it and were thrown out of the Garden of Eden. Pious Monk Saint of the Church Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Clothing: Franciscan Style. 3 Knots in belt: represent the three monastic vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience Praying hands: anjalimudra a Hindu and Christian a symbol of supplication and prayer Sandals: purity, also dress of a Franciscan Monk The Good Influence Reminiscent of St. Joan of Arc. Halo: Saint-divine power Globe: suggestive of earth Wings: supersensory, intellectuality, idealism, naivety, and pride; ability to fly and travel between human and otherworldly realms. Sword: divine will, divine might, rightful vengeance and justice; power of king, honor, virtue, courage, courtesy Clothed body: revealing tight body wear-able to maneuver quickly with no restraint-yet female body clearly evident. Molly Barth copy: Behind you are the Seven Saints and Sinners. Starting on the right are The Devil, or The Evil Influence. Look at the beady eyes and the smirky smile. Next is The Warrior Saint, slightly tipping his head toward Temptation, who is wondering should she? or shouldn't she? She holds a serpent in her hand. Then we have The Mother and Child, and Eve, holding the apple, and then, The Pious Monk, with his nose up in the air, and The Good Influence, on the other end. These were all cast in bronze for Oakland University, in Rochester, Michigan. They were dedicated in 1976, in front of Kresge Library. When they were dedicated, the president of the university, said, "I know which one the students are going to pick out and say who that is." Another set of bronzes are outside the garden room at the Midland Center for the Arts. The figures are very elongated. They are similar, but totally different from each other. They are like the statuary on a gothic church in the niches on either side of the entrance to the church. The figures there of the Saints are very thin and elongated like these, but these have a whimsical character similar to that which you will notice in other works as we go along. You will also see that the very serious side of Fredericks. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Seven Saints and Sinners, The Evil Influence [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource The Evil Influence, 1939 (One of the Saints and Sinners) 1976 Plaster original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.030 The Saints and Sinners, 1976 Plaster originals In 1976, Fredericks enlarged these figures from the thirty-inch tall version that he created while at Cranbrook in 1939 for the Midland Center for the Arts. These seven figures are in the style of jamb statues found in the portals of Gothic cathedrals. Because these figures were attached to columns, they were elongated with unnatural proportions and Fredericks' figures all conform to this elongated form. They are all amusingly balanced atop small orbs. Although they are very similar in style, each one is individualized and possesses distinguishing attributes that in some way identifies them. The theme of this piece seems to parody the Seven Deadly Sins with Christian characters. The thirty-inch tall bronze versions of these figures are in a case on the northeast wall in the Main Exhibit Gallery. _________________________ Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1976 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Type The nature or genre of the resource Sculpture Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677755/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350677855/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Oakland University, Rochester, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351421870/in/set-72157628015891879">Seven Saints and Sinners, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, MI</a> Figure Figure sculpture Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model Saints and Sinners The Evil Influence https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991031_8f3ba85745.jpg 9377d6dd81c4824123431ada8283c97f Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 768 Width 512 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 300" h x 108" Materials Plaster. fiberglas full-scale Catalog Number 1991.031 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1989 March, 22 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes Since the heavy plaster original of this towering composition might constitute a safety hazard, Fredericks created this cast from the original model in lightweight fiberglass in 1987. Only the lower six feet of the supporting structure are part of the original plaster model for the World's Fair sculpture. MF, Sculptor copy: In Flushing, New York, on the grounds of the old site of the United Nations, a composition of two figures and two wild swans rising upward in free flight, was erected in the same year. Commissioned for the United States Pavilion at the World's Fair, Freedom of the Human Spirit, twenty-seven feet high, is a striking achievement of poetic movement-a goal Fredericks had pursued from his earliest works. Molly Barth copy: Near The Saints and Sinners is a full-scale fiberglass cast of The Freedom of the Human Spirit. Freedom of the Human Spirit was originally made in bronze for the 1964 Worlds' Fair in Flushing Meadows, New York. The three swans and two figures are very inspirational, very uplifting. Fredericks has said, if he can just inspire and lift someone up, just one person, from the mundane things that we go through life, that is what he has always wanted to do through his sculpture. There were a whole series of monumental sculptures, that were done for the Worlds' Fair, but only three were chosen to remain. Just recently, the people of Birmingham, Michigan, Fredericks' home town, raised the money for a bronze cast of this sculpture to be put up in Shain Park, in downtown Birmingham. It was dedicated in 1985, on a granite pedestal, a circular granite pedestal shaped like the marble one in the gallery. The one-third scale model for this sculpture is also in the gallery. From Archives: written by Melissa Ford: Marshall Fredericks frequently used the figure of a swan in his sculptures. Many cultures feature swans in their mythology and folklore. Swans have come to symbolize fidelity and purity and are associated with music, poetry and divination. Fredericks often employed the swan as a symbol of resurrection and eternal life in his sculptures. Wings of the Morning, Freedom of the Human Spirit, and Indian and Wilds Swans as well as several other works feature swans. It seems that Fredericks' possessed a deep love and appreciation for these beautiful and graceful creatures. Besides sculpting swans, Fredericks played an integral role in a swan nesting project during the 1960s. As a civic gesture to his hometown of Birmingham, Michigan, Fredericks presented two pairs of swans to the city. The Australian Black and White Mute swans made their home in Quarton Lake located in the heart of the city. Unfortunately, several of the birds did not fare well in their new surroundings had to be replaced by the city of Birmingham. During the 1970s, in order to protect the swans and encourage nesting, the parks department constructed a bird sanctuary in the middle of the lake. This tiny floating island, constructed of several government surplus "life rafts", was approximately thirty-five feet in diameter and covered in a vegetative screen of wild grasses and rushes. Each winter, the swans would be removed from the lake and provided with shelter by the parks department until spring when they would return to the water. The swans would then spend the rest of spring, summer and early fall on Quarton Lake being enjoyed by passing residents and visitors. As Fredericks' home in Birmingham overlooked Quarton Lake, it is quite plausible that one of these birds served as a real life inspiration for the swans often found in Marshall Fredericks' work. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Freedom of the Human Spirit [Plaster] Subject The topic of the resource Figure sculpture, American--20th century Description An account of the resource Freedom of the Human Spirit, 1964 Plaster and fiberglass Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall M. Fredericks 1991.031 The Freedom of the Human Spirit was originally sculpted for the 1964 World's Fair in New York City. It stood in the Court of States area of the fair. Fredericks is quoted explaining the Freedom of the Human Spirit: "I tried to take the male and female figures and free them from the earth. The only reason they stand up in the space at all is because they are suspended by sort of semi-visible abstract forms that keep them in the air, and then there are three giant wind swans flying with them. The idea was that these human beings, these people-us, do not have to be limited to the earth, to the ground. We can free ourselves mentally and spiritually whenever we want to, if we just try to do so." This sculpture was moved in 1996 to the main entrance of the Arthur Ashe US Tennis Center in New York City. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1964 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Type The nature or genre of the resource Sculpture Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350270229/in/set-72157628015891879">Freedom of the Human Spirit, Shain Park, Birmingham, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350299683/in/set-72157628015891879">Freedom of the Human Spirit, Corona Park, Flushing Meadow, NY</a> Animal Animal Sculpture Figure Figure sculpture Freedom of the Human Spirit Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Model Plaster Plaster Model https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991032b_24da827c27.jpg 2e4e9c28bd31e6f1a780eb96c7f2688d Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 768 Width 707 https://omeka2.svsu.edu/files/original/1991032_611a5f580a.jpg 53c8863a44d236ffbc66f6f0696c8382 Omeka Image File The metadata element set that was included in the `files_images` table in previous versions of Omeka. These elements are common to all image files. Bit Depth 8 Channels 3 Height 822 Width 1024 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Objects Collection Sculpture Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image. 53" h Materials Bronze full-scale Catalog Number 1991.032.001 1991.032.002 Object Location Location of object in collection. Main Exhibit Gallery Provenance 1988 January, 24 Gift to Museum and SVSU Board of Control Notes From Jennifer Lentz (Collection Documentation Intern 1991-1992) Memo dated October 29, 1991: "RE: The Swan and the Ugly Duckling There is a cast at the Flint residence in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. It is outside near a pond or lake." Abbreviated version of Andersen's story: "The Ugly Duckling" written by Hans Christian Anderson in 1844 Once upon a time nine ducklings hatched. Eight were pretty, fluffy, and yellow. But the 9th duckling didn't look like the others. "You are not like the rest," said his mother. The other yellow ducklings taunted him and said to him "Ugly Duckling! Go away!" He then stayed away from his 8 brothers and sisters. Once the mother duck took her ducklings to visit another duck family on the other side of the lake. They teased the ugly duckling. "You can't be a duck!" "I am a duck!" cried the ugly duckling and then he ran away. He hid in some tall grass and soon it got dark. He was scared and lonely and went to sleep. The next morning he went to look for food. Other wild ducks asked him "What kind of bird are you?" "I am a duck." They teased "You can't be a duck!" He was so upset by them he ran away from the wild ducks and soon came to another lake and decided to stay there. He stayed there all winter. It was very cold and windy. One day he saw some swans flying south. They called to him. "Come with us!" "I'm coming," he cried "Wait for me!" He flapped his wings and tried to fly but wasn't very good at it and the swans couldn't wait. So he stayed by the lake and grew and grew. In the spring his wings had grown big and strong and he was able to fly. He flew to a riverbank and met up with some swans. They asked him to join their group. He said "you don't want me I'm just an ugly duckling." "A duckling?" they said. "No, you are a swan, a beautiful swan, just like us!" Molly Barth copy: The next piece is The Hans Christian Anderson Swan and Ugly Duckling Fountain. These are bronze casts. You all know the story of the ugly duckling--how ugly he was and then he saw himself as he matured and turned into one of those magnificent, white, beautiful birds that he had admired so much when he was younger. Then he realized that what he saw was himself reflected in the water--he had turned into a magnificent swan. In addition to the swan on the top of the pedestal there is a little songbird in the reeds. This is Fredericks' version of the story. Swan's are mute. They hiss and snap, but they don't sing. The songbird is singing the song of the ugly duckling. Fredericks initially conceived and constructed the Ugly Duckling and the Swan for the Danish Village, a senior citizens' retirement home in Rochester, Michigan. Casts are also in Greenville, Michigan, and in Scalscoria, Denmark (1984), where Hans Christian Anderson lived and wrote "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," and his many other popular children's stories. From Archives, written by Melissa Ford: Marshall Fredericks frequently used the figure of a swan in his sculptures. Many cultures feature swans in their mythology and folklore. Swans have come to symbolize fidelity and purity and are associated with music, poetry and divination. Fredericks often employed the swan as a symbol of resurrection and eternal life in his sculptures. Wings of the Morning, Freedom of the Human Spirit, and Indian and Wilds Swans as well as several other works feature swans. It seems that Fredericks' possessed a deep love and appreciation for these beautiful and graceful creatures. Besides sculpting swans, Fredericks played an integral role in a swan nesting project during the 1960s. As a civic gesture to his hometown of Birmingham, Michigan, Fredericks presented two pairs of swans to the city. The Australian Black and White Mute swans made their home in Quarton Lake located in the heart of the city. Unfortunately, several of the birds did not fare well in their new surroundings had to be replaced by the city of Birmingham. During the 1970s, in order to protect the swans and encourage nesting, the parks department constructed a bird sanctuary in the middle of the lake. This tiny floating island, constructed of several government surplus "life rafts", was approximately thirty-five feet in diameter and covered in a vegetative screen of wild grasses and rushes. Each winter, the swans would be removed from the lake and provided with shelter by the parks department until spring when they would return to the water. The swans would then spend the rest of spring, summer and early fall on Quarton Lake being enjoyed by passing residents and visitors. As Fredericks' home in Birmingham overlooked Quarton Lake, it is quite plausible that one of these birds served as a real life inspiration for the swans often found in Marshall Fredericks' work. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Nordic Swan and the Ugly Duckling [Bronze] Subject The topic of the resource Animal sculpture--20th century Description An account of the resource Nordic Swan and the Ugly Duckling: Hans Christian Andersen Fountain (The Swan and the Ugly Duckling), 1962 Bronze, cast c. 1987 In Grateful Memory of Arnold Butterworth 1991.032 This sculpture represents Fredericks' interpretation of Hans Christian Andersen's popular story, The Ugly Duckling. Unlike Fredericks' portrayals of other literary subjects such as the Lion and Mouse and Don Quixote, this sculpture illustrates not one moment in the story, but two. Below is the unhappy duckling that was laughed at and driven from place to place because of his ugliness. Above, is the beautiful swan he grew to be. Fredericks emphasized the difference between the young and mature bird. For example, the earthbound duckling is awkward and heavy, with stubby wings and tail. In contrast, the swan soars overhead in an open form which appears almost weightless. Fredericks simplified the swan's form and smoothed its textures to emphasize the elegance of the animal in flight. Fredericks originally conceived and designed this sculpture for the Danish Village retirement home in Rochester Hills, Michigan. A bronze cast of this sculpture can be found in Skaelskor, Denmark where Hans Christian Andersen lived and penned "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," and many other children's stories. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1987 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Type The nature or genre of the resource Sculpture Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant University Center (Mich.) Relation A related resource <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6350515595/in/set-72157628015891879">Swan and Ugly Duckling Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351257034/in/set-72157628015891879">Nordic Swan and Ugly Duckling, Danish Village, Rochester Hills, MI</a> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/marshallfredericks/6351259564/in/set-72157628015891879">Nordic Swan and Ugly Duckling, Washington D.C</a> Animal Animal Sculpture Bronze Bronze Sculpture Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Nordic Swan and the Ugly Duckling (Hans Christian Andersen Fountain) Sculpture